Can a smoking oven lead to a fire?

• <div><p>As with any smoking appliance, a smoking oven is a concerning fire risk. It also negatively impacts your indoor air quality, which can put vulnerable people at risk of breathing problems. A dirty oven can catch fire if you don’t stay on top of regular maintenance, so remember to check your oven for signs that it’s time for a cleaning and remove buildup every three months to stay on the safe side.</p></div>

What are the most common chimney problems?

• <div><p>Some of the most <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/common-chimney-issues-and-repairs.htm">common chimney problems</a> include:</p><ul><li><p>Creosote buildup</p></li><li><p>Chimney blockage</p></li><li><p>Deteriorating brickwork or stonework</p></li><li><p>Cracked chimney top</p></li><li><p>Damaged flashing</p></li><li><p>Flue liner damage or deterioration</p></li><li><p>Damaged chimney cap</p></li></ul><p>If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection. </p></div>

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Q: How likely is a chimney fire?

• <div><p>Depending on who&rsquo;s doing the estimating, about 22,000 to 25,000 chimney fires happen each year in the United States. Given the fact that millions of Americans have fireplaces (and chimneys), that means chimney fires aren&rsquo;t exactly common&mdash;but they&rsquo;re not rare, either. Since they&rsquo;re so dangerous, it&rsquo;s important to take precautions to prevent them.</p></div>

Q: How do you get soot off chimney bricks?

• <div><p>Depending on the amount of soot present, you can vacuum some of it using a brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Then, remove the leftovers with a mild cleaner, such as dish soap or vinegar mixed with water. Before applying a cleaning solution, saturate the bricks with clean water to prevent the cleaner from penetrating beyond the surface and causing structural damage to the bricks.</p></div>

Q: What factors affect restoration costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on stone type, surface condition, labor, and whether sealing or deep cleaning is required.</p></div>

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Hired Arbor Wise to trim pine, nut and fruit trees after purchasing quality split firewood from them. Knowledgeable, informative, professional, and competitively priced. Have since hired them for follow up trims and a large job triming ten 100 foot cotton woods with a crane. Will be using Arbor...
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I manage a property management company here in Twin Falls. We have hired timber tree trimming over a dozen times. They have done a fantastic job on all of the properties. They have removed stumps, trimmed trees, removed fallen and dead trees, and provided snow removal services for us in the...
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They were here when they said. Finished the roofing on time. The cleanup was excellent. Would highly recommend them. I have the nicest roof in the neighborhood!
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I hired MX to remove 17 poplar trees. They respond with their bid the same day and they were considerably less. They started the next day and completed the job in 4 days. Very happy with the job and how clean the area was when they left.
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Reviewed in February 2022
I recently moved into a previously owned house that had a wood burning stove. I wanted the chimney inspected to make certain there was no creosote buildup which could cause a chimney fire, The man that came out was very thorough and very respectful. Thank you.
The Sagebrush Handyman, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2021
Completed a very extensive tree trimming, removal, and stump grind in a timely manner and with great results. Very friendly staff and completely trustworthy.
Extra Mile Tree Care
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Reviewed in December 2013
Like most contractors in the area, they are usually busy (they don't keep a squad of repairmen, installers in a back room waiting to be called out) When they are available they are capable of very fine work at reasonable prices. My gas line install is nearly invisible and used only the highest...
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Responded immediately doug footings, added gravel and compacted the 24x32 pad. Set up the frame and pored and finished service then sweep for non skid icing. After completion of pad came back and filled in dirt to pad and raked. <br /> Seal construction did such a great job we contracted him...
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I went to one of their competitors and asked the salesperson about replacing my wood burning insert with a woodpellet unit. I talked to the salesman about how my old stove was installed in a firebox and he informed me that they would recommend ( maybe it was required i cant recall ) a new stove...
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BBB Junk Removal

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Magic Valley Quality Services Llc is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

As with any smoking appliance, a smoking oven is a concerning fire risk. It also negatively impacts your indoor air quality, which can put vulnerable people at risk of breathing problems. A dirty oven can catch fire if you don’t stay on top of regular maintenance, so remember to check your oven for signs that it’s time for a cleaning and remove buildup every three months to stay on the safe side.

Depending on who’s doing the estimating, about 22,000 to 25,000 chimney fires happen each year in the United States. Given the fact that millions of Americans have fireplaces (and chimneys), that means chimney fires aren’t exactly common—but they’re not rare, either. Since they’re so dangerous, it’s important to take precautions to prevent them.

Depending on the amount of soot present, you can vacuum some of it using a brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner. Then, remove the leftovers with a mild cleaner, such as dish soap or vinegar mixed with water. Before applying a cleaning solution, saturate the bricks with clean water to prevent the cleaner from penetrating beyond the surface and causing structural damage to the bricks.

Costs depend on stone type, surface condition, labor, and whether sealing or deep cleaning is required.

Some of the most common chimney problems include:

Creosote buildup
Chimney blockage
Deteriorating brickwork or stonework
Cracked chimney top
Damaged flashing
Flue liner damage or deterioration
Damaged chimney cap

If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection.

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